Linda Maggs from Sebastopol. Picture: Gwent Police THE family of the Pontypool woman who was found dead last weekend have paid tribute to an amazing mum, nan and friend . Linda Maggs, 74, was declared dead by the Welsh Ambulance Service at a property in Sebastopol on Saturday February 6. Her family, who are being supported by specially trained officers, have said in a statement issued today: “Linda was an amazing mum, nan and dear friend to many, who was tragically taken away too soon. “She was a dear mum who was always at the end of a phone to give us love and advice when we needed it.